SOUTH AFRICAN WINEMAKER BLENDS CAPE TRADITION AND HERITAGE IN HER WINES When a high school career counsellor recommended that Natasha Williams become a winemaker, she dismissed the idea immediately. She had seen the impact of alcohol abuse in Saron, the rural community in the heart of the Cape winelands where she grew up and […] ... Winemaker pays tribute to her rural upbringing and Cape history through her wine
By Kagiso Bonoko Spaza shops are the small street corner grocery shops or supermarket outlets, predominately found in South Africa’s Black populated areas or townships. The term ‘spaza’ is isiZulu, meaning ‘hidden’, it arose during South Africa’s Apartheid era, when Black people were restricted from running businesses. These shops would sell... The Evolution of the Spaza Shop
As a country that hinges on Ubuntu as a way of life, we understand that we are because you are. That is why the Brand South Africa initiative, Play Your Part was launched 11 years ago, to not only shed light on active citizenship but also encourage South Africans to uphold our key values as […] Empowering Young South Africans through STEM Education
Brand South Africa recently launched the Global South Africans Network, a programme to harness the collective power of South Africans from around the world by becoming brand ambassadors for our beautiful country. Johannesburg, South Africa (30 March 2023) – Brand South Africa recently partnered with the “South African High Commission” in Ghana and ... How The Global South Africans Network is Creating Meaningful Conversations!
By Katie Mohamed; CEO and Founder of W-Suite Women Empowerment platforms like W-Suite drive key dialogues around gender inequality and how equal opportunities engender empowerment. However, this is not entirely accurate. Equal opportunities are not enough. We all start from different places, so true inclusion and belonging requ... Embracing equity – One size does not fit all
The Miss Earth South Africa has always advocated for the development of young women in South Africa as Environmental Ambassadors. With an unprecedented two years behind us, we face more environmental challenges today than we ever have. And the issue of the climate emergency needs to be tackled head on. Who better to champion this […] Head, Heart and Hands in the game, Miss Earth South Africa 2022 announced
By Phindi Maduna As the official custodian of the country’s Nation Brand, Brand South Africa was pleased to partner with the Abantu Book Festival for the second year in a row. The organisation consistently promotes African youth development and advocates for the culture of reading, writing and literacy. The four-day celebration of African ar... Promoting a culture of reading, writing and literacy at the 4th Annual Abantu Book Festival
1976 TO 2019: South Africa`s youth is more than ready to honour the sacrifices of their counterparts from 1976 “Sometimes it falls upon a generation to be great. You can be that great generation. Let your greatness blossom,” said South Africa’s late statesman – Nelson Mandela at London’s Trafalgar Square in February 2005. 16... Youth Day Statement 2019
Play Your Part ambassador, Jabulile Gwala is a brand and marketing guru with a passion for empowering youth and women in South Africa to make a positive contribution in society. Jabulile does this through the ‘In Good Company’ programme which she founded in 2014. The programme focuses on creating platforms where members of the youth […] ... Starting off 2019 ‘In Good Company’
Mrs Mpumalanga second runner-up 2017 – Lucia Ochan, is playing her part whilst in the running for the prestigious crown of Mrs Africa 2019. As a prominent businesswoman, founder and patron of the Lucia O Foundation. Mrs Ochan is making strides towards a better future for all in her community, this through her Emphakatsi – […] Emphakatsi – INdlovukati (She Elephant) – Women in leadership and rural women empowerment series project
The network Lionesses of Africa hosted its last event of the year in Johannesburg, encouraging women entrepreneurs to connect and inspire each other. The network also shared some of its successes. Melissa Javan During its birthday celebrations in November, online network Lionesses of Africa announced it had launched a radio show. The show, hosted b... Lionesses of Africa radio show profiles women entrepreneurs
Google Launchpad and Google Play South Africa were launched in November 2017 to boost African technology start-ups and develop a unique African design aesthetic. CD Anderson The two initiatives will be based entirely in Africa, including in South Africa, and will offer budding and experienced tech entrepreneurs and designers hands-on and direct acc... Google Africa sets up mentorship programmes for tech designers, entrepreneurs
The Gender Mainstreaming Awards acknowledge those companies that have actively worked towards gender diversity at the executive and board level. Sulaiman Philip Organisations that had embraced gender diversity in their executive suites and on their boards were celebrated at the fifth Gender Mainstreaming Awards, held at Vodaworld in Midrand on 7 Se... Gender Mainstreaming Awards: Rewarding empowerment
The number of youth entrepreneurs in South Africa may have dropped, but it is notable that more than 50% of entrepreneurs are youth. Also notable is the rise in the number of female entrepreneurs. Brand South Africa reporter More than half of the South Africans who run their own businesses are youth, according to the […] State of entrepreneurship in South Africa
Poet Koleka Putuma is a South African cultural icon-in-waiting. Her straight-talking multimedia poetry tackles racism, sexism and social ills head-on, giving young African women a formidable global voice. CD Anderson Putuma’s words are never minced and are delivered without formula or platitude. Whether in spoken word format or written, her p... South African poet takes African women’s message to the world
The government’s Codes of Good Practice for black economic empowerment aim to bring an end to uncertainty over BEE deals while boosting South Africa’s economic growth. Black Economic Empowerment Codes of Good Practice
Four female entrepreneurs shared their journeys at the Lionesses of Africa’s monthly event on Thursday 25 May 2017. As business owners, they shared lessons they learned. Melissa Javan There are mentors you do not have to pay, advised Suzana Moreira, founder of moWoza, to attendees at a Lionesses of Africa event on Thursday 25 May […] ... Women entrepreneurs network and learn at Lionesses of Africa event
A few young South African entrepreneurs and creatives speak out about how they are enjoying their freedom with responsibility through their careers and their passions. Melissa Javan Jodi Deerling, Michael Cost, Tia Black, Nathan Adriaanse, Nicole Norman and Jodi Cash are young South African professionals who have worked hard to make their dreams a ... Young professionals on success and freedom
American chef and celebrity television food personality Guy Fieri is bringing his take on guilty culinary pleasures to South Africa, with the April opening of his branded restaurant in Pretoria. CD Anderson American celebrity chef Guy Fieri is known and loved for his various shows on the Food Network (DStv channel 175), including Diners, Drive-Ins ... TV foodie Guy Fieri opens restaurant in South Africa
Several small business owners made a conscious decision to produce non-toxic and biodegradable products. Here’s their why. Melissa Javan Her passion for the environment and making a conscious decision that she would do anything so her children could see wildlife and nature, led to her company manufacturing eco-friendly cleaning products, said... South African entrepreneurs talk about making eco-friendly products
